MacBook Pro 13" Unibody Teardown

Hi, need some advise from you experts.

I have the older MacBook Unibody 13" and waiting for the arrival of this MacBook Pro 13".

1) Can I just interchange my 500GB hard-drive in the old machine to this new machine ? Will both still function ?

2) Both Mac OS is the same 10.5.7 ?

3) When will iFixIt sell 4GB RAM for this new Unibody ? Apple upgrade is really expensive.

Thanks guys.

[quote|KMCK]Hi, need some advise from you experts. I have the older MacBook Unibody 13" and waiting for the arrival of this MacBook Pro 13". 1) Can I just interchange my 500GB hard-drive in the old machine to this new machine ? Will both still function ? 2) Both Mac OS is the same 10.5.7 ? 3) When will iFixIt sell 4GB RAM for this new Unibody ? Apple upgrade is really expensive. Thanks guys.[/quote]

No! I just through my 500gb drive from my unibody macbook pro into my brand spanking new 13" macbook pro, and when i booted, I am not able to get sound (internal speakers is missing in control panel) and also i noticed the firewire 800 port is not working. I dont know if the firewire port was working before the swap, but i KNOW i got sound. I'm PRAYING that i didn't screw something up because the cover did seem to stick on something in the back-right corner when i lifted it off, but i'm thinking its probably just the drivers. The build number is different even though both drives had 10.5.7 on them.

Re-installing 10.5.7 on the 13" now (with CD's that came with it) and will let you know what happens.

-Dave

Quote from KMCK:

Hi, need some advise from you experts.

I have the older MacBook Unibody 13" and waiting for the arrival of this MacBook Pro 13".

1) Can I just interchange my 500GB hard-drive in the old machine to this new machine ? Will both still function ?

2) Both Mac OS is the same 10.5.7 ?

3) When will iFixIt sell 4GB RAM for this new Unibody ? Apple upgrade is really expensive.

Thanks guys.

[quote|griffd]No! I just through my 500gb drive from my unibody macbook pro into my brand spanking new 13" macbook pro, and when i booted, I am not able to get sound (internal speakers is missing in control panel) and also i noticed the firewire 800 port is not working. I dont know if the firewire port was working before the swap, but i KNOW i got sound. I'm PRAYING that i didn't screw something up because the cover did seem to stick on something in the back-right corner when i lifted it off, but i'm thinking its probably just the drivers. The build number is different even though both drives had 10.5.7 on them. Re-installing 10.5.7 on the 13" now (with CD's that came with it) and will let you know what happens. -Dave[/quote]

Thanks Dave, hope it's gonna be alright for you !

Quote from griffd:

No! I just through my 500gb drive from my unibody macbook pro into my brand spanking new 13" macbook pro, and when i booted, I am not able to get sound (internal speakers is missing in control panel) and also i noticed the firewire 800 port is not working. I dont know if the firewire port was working before the swap, but i KNOW i got sound. I'm PRAYING that i didn't screw something up because the cover did seem to stick on something in the back-right corner when i lifted it off, but i'm thinking its probably just the drivers. The build number is different even though both drives had 10.5.7 on them.

Re-installing 10.5.7 on the 13" now (with CD's that came with it) and will let you know what happens.

-Dave

[quote|KMCK]Thanks Dave, hope it's gonna be alright for you ![/quote]

Could someone please list the exact model # of the build-in hard drive (the one that come with the laptop) in the new MacBook? Also, if you also have the part # for the memory it would be much appreciated too. Thanks.

[quote|mather]Could someone please list the exact model # of the build-in hard drive (the one that come with the laptop) in the new MacBook? Also, if you also have the part # for the memory it would be much appreciated too. Thanks.[/quote]

I have the Macbook unibody and can't stand the screen - does anyone know if I can just buy the 13" MacBook Pro top panel and replace the screen? (i.e. same dimensions, connector etc??)

[quote|22yrmacuser]I have the Macbook unibody and can't stand the screen - does anyone know if I can just buy the 13" MacBook Pro top panel and replace the screen? (i.e. same dimensions, connector etc??)[/quote]

Quote from KMCK:

Can I just interchange my 500GB hard-drive in the old machine to this new machine ? Will both still function ?

I swapped in a 500GiB drive with 10.5.7 from another MacBook, and it booted fine - but as Dave said, the iPhone-style combo audio port wasn't available. I archived-and-reinstalled the OS from the DVD that came with the MBP and have had no problems since.

The built-in speakers are really nice, btw.

[quote|deedle]I swapped in a 500GiB drive with 10.5.7 from another MacBook, and it booted fine - but as Dave said, the iPhone-style combo audio port wasn't available. I archived-and-reinstalled the OS from the DVD that came with the MBP and have had no problems since. The built-in speakers are really nice, btw.[/quote]

Quote from mather:

Could someone please list the exact model # of the build-in hard drive (the one that come with the laptop) in the new MacBook?

The drive is labeled: Hitachi 5K500.B-160, HTS545016B9SA02, type TS5SAA160. In smaller print it also has the following label: D33373 HTB-TS5SAA500(B). 5V, 700mA. May-09.

Below, Apple labels it: HDD Firmware 2008, 160GB, 2.5inch, AT 9.5mm, P/N: 0A70461, MLC DA3031 A845221.

[quote|deedle]The drive is labeled: Hitachi 5K500.B-160, HTS545016B9SA02, type TS5SAA160. In smaller print it also has the following label: D33373 HTB-TS5SAA500(B). 5V, 700mA. May-09. Below, Apple labels it: HDD Firmware 2008, 160GB, 2.5inch, AT 9.5mm, P/N: 0A70461, MLC DA3031 A845221.[/quote]

Quote from KMCK:

Hi, need some advise from you experts.

I have the older MacBook Unibody 13" and waiting for the arrival of this MacBook Pro 13".

1) Can I just interchange my 500GB hard-drive in the old machine to this new machine ? Will both still function ?

You will have to do an archive and install. I lost the sound on my 13" MBP when I used the old OS in the new Mac.

2) Both Mac OS is the same 10.5.7 ?

No exactly, which is why step one above is necessary.

3) When will iFixIt sell 4GB RAM for this new Unibody ? Apple upgrade is really expensive.

Thanks guys.

[quote|jim0266][/quote]

Quote from 22yrmacuser:

I have the Macbook unibody and can't stand the screen - does anyone know if I can just buy the 13" MacBook Pro top panel and replace the screen? (i.e. same dimensions, connector etc??)

Apparently not. I called Apple and they will not replace the screen even if you pay for it. I also called several top Mac shops and the cost was prohibitive. In the end I sold my 2 month old 2.4/4 UMB for $975. In the end it cost me $300 to upgrade to a 2.26/4 MBP. I lost .14 GHz but gained firewire, a much nice screen, an SD card slot and new batter technology, so the cost was worth it to me.

[quote|jim0266]Apparently not. I called Apple and they will not replace the screen even if you pay for it. I also called several top Mac shops and the cost was prohibitive. In the end I sold my 2 month old 2.4/4 UMB for $975. In the end it cost me $300 to upgrade to a 2.26/4 MBP. I lost .14 GHz but gained firewire, a much nice screen, an SD card slot and new batter technology, so the cost was worth it to me.[/quote]

What kind of Ram and hard drive can you recommend from newegg?

I'm buying the lowing end 13inch MBP and want to upgrade the ram from 2 to 4gb, and the hard drive from the 160gb to a 500gb. Any recommendations? Links to newegg maybe?

[quote|Sethal]What kind of Ram and hard drive can you recommend from newegg? I'm buying the lowing end 13inch MBP and want to upgrade the ram from 2 to 4gb, and the hard drive from the 160gb to a 500gb. Any recommendations? Links to newegg maybe?[/quote]

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[quote|Hiller89]散热管太水了[/quote]

Quote from mather:

Could someone please list the exact model # of the build-in hard drive (the one that come with the laptop) in the new MacBook? Also, if you also have the part # for the memory it would be much appreciated too. Thanks.

The 160GB Hitachi Drive show "HTS545016B9SA02" for the model number.

[quote|Simon]The 160GB Hitachi Drive show "HTS545016B9SA02" for the model number.[/quote]

I may or may not have spilled some tomato soup near my trackpad of my unibody MacBook Pro...and though it is still functioning properly, seems like it could use a little cleaning along the clicking edges. Can anyone point me in the direction of a trackpad removal tutorial so I can give it a once over and get it back to un-gunked satus? Cheers

Scott

FEaddict@gmail.com

[quote|Scott]I may or may not have spilled some tomato soup near my trackpad of my unibody MacBook Pro...and though it is still functioning properly, seems like it could use a little cleaning along the clicking edges. Can anyone point me in the direction of a trackpad removal tutorial so I can give it a once over and get it back to un-gunked satus? Cheers Scott FEaddict@gmail.com[/quote]

Can I use the PC standard 4G DDR3 Ram install into the empty slot? Coz I have one 4G DDR3 ram spare.

Thanks

[quote|lt1033]Can I use the PC standard 4G DDR3 Ram install into the empty slot? Coz I have one 4G DDR3 ram spare. Thanks[/quote]

is it possible for me to sell back my 4-6 month old macbook unibody 13'' back to apple or something so i can buy this? If someone could help me with this that would be great!

[quote|stormtrooper]is it possible for me to sell back my 4-6 month old macbook unibody 13'' back to apple or something so i can buy this? If someone could help me with this that would be great![/quote]

Quote from stormtrooper:

is it possible for me to sell back my 4-6 month old macbook unibody 13'' back to apple or something so i can buy this? If someone could help me with this that would be great!

normally i would be fine with another apple update but i really need the upgraded battery, ram limit, cpu, firewire and sd card slot... and saving $200 and pro status would be nice also...

[quote|stormtrooper]normally i would be fine with another apple update but i really need the upgraded battery, ram limit, cpu, firewire and sd card slot... and saving $200 and pro status would be nice also...[/quote]

I hadn't noted the loss of the microphone port. Arghhh. Tradeoff to get firewire back is worth it, but still very unfortunate for some folks.

[quote|mcifix]I hadn't noted the loss of the microphone port. Arghhh. Tradeoff to get firewire back is worth it, but still very unfortunate for some folks.[/quote]

Quote from mcifix:

I hadn't noted the loss of the microphone port. Arghhh. Tradeoff to get firewire back is worth it, but still very unfortunate for some folks.

Actually, I think the mic port is still there... it's just integrated into the same port as the headphones, like the iPhone's is.

[quote|applewizard933]Actually, I think the mic port is still there... it's just integrated into the same port as the headphones, like the iPhone's is.[/quote]

Will this battery work in the 13 inch macbook?

[quote|mostlydave]Will this battery work in the 13 inch macbook?[/quote]

Quote from mostlydave:

Will this battery work in the 13 inch macbook?

The battery will not be of same specification. That is why now it is only accessible by taking apart the entire outer enclosure, that way allowing for an increase in overall battery life.

[quote|alecmv]The battery will not be of same specification. That is why now it is only accessible by taking apart the entire outer enclosure, that way allowing for an increase in overall battery life.[/quote]

I don't really get the issue with the SD card sticking out -- seems like a normal design to me. You want to be able to have enough sticking out to grab onto to pull it out! If you had a flush mount you would need some sort of spring mechanism with a catch (like my digicam internals) or a spring and release button (kind of like the old pcmcia card slots). More mechanics/moving parts == more things that can break down IMHO.

Even my plugin USB SD card reader has this exact same clearance and I've never had an issue with it. Not like you would (should) be porting around your mac in your laptop case while you had an SD card plugged in. (although I know people who leave CD's in all the time but I think that's kind of dumb too.)

[quote|JoeSomeone]I don't really get the issue with the SD card sticking out -- seems like a normal design to me. You want to be able to have enough sticking out to grab onto to pull it out! If you had a flush mount you would need some sort of spring mechanism with a catch (like my digicam internals) or a spring and release button (kind of like the old pcmcia card slots). More mechanics/moving parts == more things that can break down IMHO. Even my plugin USB SD card reader has this exact same clearance and I've never had an issue with it. Not like you would (should) be porting around your mac in your laptop case while you had an SD card plugged in. (although I know people who leave CD's in all the time but I think that's kind of dumb too.)[/quote]

Quote from alecmv:

The battery will not be of same specification. That is why now it is only accessible by taking apart the entire outer enclosure, that way allowing for an increase in overall battery life.

Ok but if the aluminun botton cover could be replaced as well... would´t it be a solution to replace the old battery to the new MBP 13 battery?

[quote|Vrumm]Ok but if the aluminun botton cover could be replaced as well... would´t it be a solution to replace the old battery to the new MBP 13 battery?[/quote]

Quote from mostlydave:

Will this battery work in the 13 inch macbook?

What? No, definitely not.

By the way: you will loose your waranty by taking out the battery of the new MacBook Pro 13". There is label inside stating this.

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[quote|solomo]What? No, definitely not. By the way: you will loose your waranty by taking out the battery of the new MacBook Pro 13". There is label inside stating this. --- solomo gutschein http://solomo-gutschein.blogspot.com/[/quote]

Quote from mcifix:

I hadn't noted the loss of the microphone port. Arghhh. Tradeoff to get firewire back is worth it, but still very unfortunate for some folks.

It's not just a mic port, really. It's a generic audio in-port, for any audio source.

[quote|glissyboi]It's not just a mic port, really. It's a generic audio in-port, for any audio source.[/quote]

Yeah, having the SD card stick out isn't a bad design. If it inserted flush, then you have to use a fingernail to push it in to activate the eject mechanism (and sometimes it's not easy to push it in far enough). And anyone who has dealt with SD cards knows, they can jam inside the slot, and become difficult to remove without tools.

With it sticking out, a firm grasp will remove it. The only issue I see is RS-MMC cards which if the adapter fails to catch the RS-MMC card, you can be stuck with it inside the slot.

[quote|Worf]Yeah, having the SD card stick out isn't a bad design. If it inserted flush, then you have to use a fingernail to push it in to activate the eject mechanism (and sometimes it's not easy to push it in far enough). And anyone who has dealt with SD cards knows, they can jam inside the slot, and become difficult to remove without tools. With it sticking out, a firm grasp will remove it. The only issue I see is RS-MMC cards which if the adapter fails to catch the RS-MMC card, you can be stuck with it inside the slot.[/quote]

Quote from mcifix:

I hadn't noted the loss of the microphone port. Arghhh. Tradeoff to get firewire back is worth it, but still very unfortunate for some folks.

RTFM. The Tech Specs on the product page clearly indicate that it is a combination input/output that is user selectable. It is also worth noting that it supports the Apple stereo headset with microphone.

[quote|RickDeckard]RTFM. The Tech Specs on the product page clearly indicate that it is a combination input/output that is user selectable. It is also worth noting that it supports the Apple stereo headset with microphone.[/quote]

Quote from JoeSomeone:

I don't really get the issue with the SD card sticking out -- seems like a normal design to me. You want to be able to have enough sticking out to grab onto to pull it out! If you had a flush mount you would need some sort of spring mechanism with a catch (like my digicam internals) or a spring and release button (kind of like the old pcmcia card slots). More mechanics/moving parts == more things that can break down IMHO.

Even my plugin USB SD card reader has this exact same clearance and I've never had an issue with it. Not like you would (should) be porting around your mac in your laptop case while you had an SD card plugged in. (although I know people who leave CD's in all the time but I think that's kind of dumb too.)

Agree, agree, agree.

My 15" MBP has had an SD ExpressCard adapter in since day one.

It works the same way. Very durable. Cards go in and out multiple times daily.

My Lexar "Professional" USB SD/CF reader hooked to my Mac Pro works the same way.

Good riddance to spring-loaded card slots.

[quote|ckais]Agree, agree, agree. My 15" MBP has had an SD ExpressCard adapter in since day one. It works the same way. Very durable. Cards go in and out multiple times daily. My Lexar "Professional" USB SD/CF reader hooked to my Mac Pro works the same way. Good riddance to spring-loaded card slots.[/quote]

[quote|solomo] By the way: you will loose your waranty by taking out the battery of the new MacBook Pro 13". There is label inside stating this.

Any ideas how to change the harddisk ("still considered user-replaceable by Apple") without voiding the warranty?

I would need to disconnect the battery before replacing the harddisk, right?

[quote|palmin][quote|solomo] By the way: you will loose your waranty by taking out the battery of the new MacBook Pro 13". There is label inside stating this. Any ideas how to change the harddisk ("still considered user-replaceable by Apple") without voiding the warranty? I would need to disconnect the battery before replacing the harddisk, right?[/quote]

Quote from palmin:

By the way: you will loose your waranty by taking out the battery of the new MacBook Pro 13". There is label inside stating this.

Quote from solomo:

Any ideas how to change the harddisk ("still considered user-replaceable by Apple") without voiding the warranty?

I would need to disconnect the battery before replacing the harddisk, right?

The label does not indicate that your warranty will be void by removing the battery. However, you don't need to remove the battery to replace the hard drive -- you can just unplug the battery.

You will not void your warranty unless you break something.

[quote|Miroslav Djuric]The label does not indicate that your warranty will be void by removing the battery. However, you don't need to remove the battery to replace the hard drive -- you can just unplug the battery. You will not void your warranty unless you break something.[/quote]

good grief, a sticky-out sd-card...

Even my eee-pc does better than that..

[quote|imaccer]good grief, a sticky-out sd-card... Even my eee-pc does better than that..[/quote]

Quote from mcifix:

I hadn't noted the loss of the microphone port. Arghhh. Tradeoff to get firewire back is worth it, but still very unfortunate for some folks.

I'd just use a USB microphone. The rockband one's are actually pretty nice.

[quote|1andrew1994]I'd just use a USB microphone. The rockband one's are actually pretty nice.[/quote]

I have used a #00 Philips screwdriver. Even using the angles here in http://manuals.info.apple.com/en_US/MacB... page number 38 in this manual, I was unable to unscrew the small screws near the opening latch (the ones on the sides and the long ones work btw).

Does anyone have a solution for this? I don't want to break the screws or damage the cover.

Im unscrewing all screws counterclockwise.

[quote|BraxBox]I have used a #00 Philips screwdriver. Even using the angles here in http://manuals.info.apple.com/en_US/MacBook_Pro_13inch_Mid2009.pdf page number 38 in this manual, I was unable to unscrew the small screws near the opening latch (the ones on the sides and the long ones work btw). Does anyone have a solution for this? I don't want to break the screws or damage the cover. Im unscrewing all screws counterclockwise.[/quote]

Actually, the battery will cost exactly the same amount as any user-replaceable battery--$129. Apple will likely offer (like they do with the iPod, iPhone, and 17" MBP) a battery replacement program that only charges the cost of the battery. They will have to take it away from you for 24 hours, but they certainly aren't getting more money from the new setup. Just setting facts straight.

[quote|anonyuser]Actually, the battery will cost exactly the same amount as any user-replaceable battery--$129. Apple will likely offer (like they do with the iPod, iPhone, and 17" MBP) a battery replacement program that only charges the cost of the battery. They will have to take it away from you for 24 hours, but they certainly aren't getting more money from the new setup. Just setting facts straight.[/quote]

Is there any Bluray drive to replace the CD/DVD optical drive?

[quote|Vrumm]Is there any Bluray drive to replace the CD/DVD optical drive?[/quote]

Do you have to unplug/remove the battery in order to replace the RAM? Otherwise worded: if you remove the RAM with the battery still plugged in, could it damage the computer?

[quote|bigakinkade]Do you have to unplug/remove the battery in order to replace the RAM? Otherwise worded: if you remove the RAM with the battery still plugged in, could it damage the computer?[/quote]

"Warning: We'd really appreciate it if you'd pay us a bunch of money to replace your battery instead of just replacing it yourself!"

[quote|Sterling Hirsh]"Warning: We'd really appreciate it if you'd pay us a bunch of money to replace your battery instead of just replacing it yourself!"[/quote]

I'd love to see "uprated" user-replaceable batteries for older unibodies!

[quote|borism]I'd love to see "uprated" user-replaceable batteries for older unibodies![/quote]

Quote from borism:

I'd love to see "uprated" user-replaceable batteries for older unibodies!

I'd love it, too! It might have a way to solve this!!!

[quote|Vrumm]I'd love it, too! It might have a way to solve this!!![/quote]

Could you PLEASE tell me the dimensions of this battery, as well as the one for the 17" model? I was thinking of modding my pre-unibody 15" to accept one of these batteries, but I need to know the proper dimensions first. Thank you!

[quote|lifeinhd]Could you PLEASE tell me the dimensions of this battery, as well as the one for the 17" model? I was thinking of modding my pre-unibody 15" to accept one of these batteries, but I need to know the proper dimensions first. Thank you![/quote]

> When working on all machines that have internal batteries, disconnect the battery first to cut off power to the entire device.

Do you mean I have to remove the battery before to unplug the magsafe plug, cutting out power?

This means I had to remove the back cover with MacBook shutted off but powered.

Has the MacBook Pro 13.3" a backup battery?

Ps: nice teardown!

[quote|kls64]> When working on all machines that have internal batteries, disconnect the battery first to cut off power to the entire device. Do you mean I have to remove the battery before to unplug the magsafe plug, cutting out power? This means I had to remove the back cover with MacBook shutted off but powered. Has the MacBook Pro 13.3" a backup battery? Ps: nice teardown![/quote]

I want to change the HD only, do i need the tri-wing screw driver to remove the battery? Or i can simply to unplug the power to cut the power?

[quote|blyccy]I want to change the HD only, do i need the tri-wing screw driver to remove the battery? Or i can simply to unplug the power to cut the power?[/quote]

Hey, does this void the warranty? Replacing the ram and the HDD on the old unibody MacBooks didn't but this may be a different case.

[quote|Raaza]Hey, does this void the warranty? Replacing the ram and the HDD on the old unibody MacBooks didn't but this may be a different case.[/quote]

I second Raaza's question; and I'll add my own. I want to upgrade the HD (I Think) to the 500GB 7200 Drive you linked to, but I'm concerned about heat and noise issues. is there a huge performance boost between the offered 500 GB 5400 Drive? I am planing on buying the 1400 version so I get the 4GB RAM and the faster processor to start with. Is that worth the price?

[quote|shoebox]I second Raaza's question; and I'll add my own. I want to upgrade the HD (I Think) to the 500GB 7200 Drive you linked to, but I'm concerned about heat and noise issues. is there a huge performance boost between the offered 500 GB 5400 Drive? I am planing on buying the 1400 version so I get the 4GB RAM and the faster processor to start with. Is that worth the price?[/quote]

Quote from blyccy:

I want to change the HD only, do i need the tri-wing screw driver to remove the battery? Or i can simply to unplug the power to cut the power?

You don't have to remove the battery. You can just unplug it before removing the hard drive.

[quote|Miroslav Djuric]You don't have to remove the battery. You can just [http://s1.guide-images.ifixit.com/igi/cZxyLLGhfrQqsVoU.large|unplug it] before removing the hard drive.[/quote]

Quote from shoebox:

I second Raaza's question; and I'll add my own. I want to upgrade the HD (I Think) to the 500GB 7200 Drive you linked to, but I'm concerned about heat and noise issues. is there a huge performance boost between the offered 500 GB 5400 Drive? I am planing on buying the 1400 version so I get the 4GB RAM and the faster processor to start with. Is that worth the price?

To answer both your and Raaza's questions:

1. Replacing the RAM and HD does not void your warranty.

2. 5400 vs. 7200 RPM is debatable. The upgraded performance will be most noticeable on disk-intensive processes, but you probably won't notice much improvement by just normally using the MacBook.

[quote|Miroslav Djuric]To answer both your and Raaza's questions: 1. Replacing the RAM and HD does not void your warranty. 2. 5400 vs. 7200 RPM is debatable. The upgraded performance will be most noticeable on disk-intensive processes, but you probably won't notice much improvement by just normally using the MacBook.[/quote]

Wait a second, so what screwdrivers do I need to upgrade my HDD and RAM again? It seems like Philips through and through but I keep hearing about T6 as well.

[quote|opt1m4l]Wait a second, so what screwdrivers do I need to upgrade my HDD and RAM again? It seems like Philips through and through but I keep hearing about T6 as well.[/quote]

Does the hard drive removal require a #6 Torx like earlier MBPs? Or is it a Phillips screw?

[quote|dennya]Does the hard drive removal require a #6 Torx like earlier MBPs? Or is it a Phillips screw?[/quote]

Quote from opt1m4l:

Wait a second, so what screwdrivers do I need to upgrade my HDD and RAM again? It seems like Philips through and through but I keep hearing about T6 as well.

Quote from dennya:

Does the hard drive removal require a #6 Torx like earlier MBPs? Or is it a Phillips screw?

You need a #00 Phillips screwdriver to upgrade the RAM, and you need both the Phillips screwdriver and a T6 Torx to upgrade the HD.

A spudger may also come in handy to unplug the battery, but is not absolutely necessary.

[quote|Miroslav Djuric]You need a [product|IF145-006|#00 Phillips] screwdriver to upgrade the RAM, and you need both the Phillips screwdriver and a [product|IF145-004|T6 Torx] to upgrade the HD. A [product|IF145-002|spudger] may also come in handy to unplug the battery, but is not absolutely necessary.[/quote]

Quick question: Does it look like there might be enough room for 12.5 mm drive in the 13" MBP?

[quote|lenlo]Quick question: Does it look like there might be enough room for 12.5 mm drive in the 13" MBP?[/quote]

FYI.. here is the Official Apple Hard Drive Replacement Manual: http://manuals.info.apple.com/en_US/MBPR...

Also, its a PH #00 screwdriver, not a #0. You also don't need to disconnect the power to replace the hard drive. I wish I would had known the screwdriver was in fact #00.. glad I took it easy on the &!&$ screws.

[quote|pcmike]FYI.. here is the Official Apple Hard Drive Replacement Manual: http://manuals.info.apple.com/en_US/MBPRO_13inch_Mid2009_Hard_Drive_DIY.pdf Also, its a PH #00 screwdriver, not a #0. You also don't need to disconnect the power to replace the hard drive. I wish I would had known the screwdriver was in fact #00.. glad I took it easy on the &!&$ screws.[/quote]

I would like to get myself a macbook pro 13", but i would like to have a 7200 rpm harddrive. In the apple-store it is not possible to configure this and i would like to know if there is a technical reason for this? Is it because the 7200rpm hd gets to hot and the and macbook pro can´t handlethanks it? - I wouldn´t want to put the hd in it if it´s going to break down :-) then i´d rather go for the 15". Thanks...

[quote|mortensen]I would like to get myself a macbook pro 13", but i would like to have a 7200 rpm harddrive. In the apple-store it is not possible to configure this and i would like to know if there is a technical reason for this? Is it because the 7200rpm hd gets to hot and the and macbook pro can´t handlethanks it? - I wouldn´t want to put the hd in it if it´s going to break down :-) then i´d rather go for the 15". Thanks...[/quote]

Quote from pcmike:

FYI.. here is the Official Apple Hard Drive Replacement Manual: http://manuals.info.apple.com/en_US/MBPR...

Also, its a PH #00 screwdriver, not a #0. You also don't need to disconnect the power to replace the hard drive. I wish I would had known the screwdriver was in fact #00.. glad I took it easy on the &!&$ screws.

Thanks for the link that is really useful. But why do Apple forget (again) to say you need a T6 Torx for the guide screws on the drive?

[quote|macpeter]Thanks for the link that is really useful. But why do Apple forget (again) to say you need a T6 Torx for the guide screws on the drive?[/quote]

Which makes/sizes of solid state drive (SSD) are compatible with the new 13' MBP unibody, and are the steps for replacing the HDD the same to swap in a SSD?

[quote|jonjon]Which makes/sizes of solid state drive (SSD) are compatible with the new 13' MBP unibody, and are the steps for replacing the HDD the same to swap in a SSD?[/quote]

So, to install a hard drive on the new 13 Inch macbook Pro I will need a #00 Phillips Screwdriver and a T6 Torx, is that right?

[quote|iv26]So, to install a hard drive on the new 13 Inch macbook Pro I will need a #00 Phillips Screwdriver and a T6 Torx, is that right?[/quote]

Quote from iv26:

So, to install a hard drive on the new 13 Inch macbook Pro I will need a #00 Phillips Screwdriver and a T6 Torx, is that right?

You are correct sir!

[quote|Miroslav Djuric]You are correct sir![/quote]

Quote from lenlo:

Quick question: Does it look like there might be enough room for 12.5 mm drive in the 13" MBP?

To answer my own question: Yes, you can! I just tried it and it worked quite well. :-)

[quote|lenlo]To answer my own question: Yes, you can! I just tried it and it worked quite well. :-)[/quote]

OMG... Subwoofer?

[quote|aatski]OMG... Subwoofer?[/quote]

Quote from aatski:

OMG... Subwoofer?

As most Mac laptops have had since the Powerbook days, yes, there's a subwoofer.

[quote|ckais]As most Mac laptops have had since the Powerbook days, yes, there's a subwoofer.[/quote]

Firewire Chipset - Can you tell me what brand is being used here? I am hoping for T.I. for external f.w. recording device. Thank you.

[quote|macdoofus]Firewire Chipset - Can you tell me what brand is being used here? I am hoping for T.I. for external f.w. recording device. Thank you.[/quote]

Quote from macdoofus:

Firewire Chipset - Can you tell me what brand is being used here? I am hoping for T.I. for external f.w. recording device. Thank you.

Has anything been said about the chip used for the firewire? I was told on RME forum that the new chip works well with their sound card. Just wondered if you had any more good news. D

[quote|davidmorin]Has anything been said about the chip used for the firewire? I was told on RME forum that the new chip works well with their sound card. Just wondered if you had any more good news. D[/quote]

Do you have anymore info on the Audio system?

Can you tell what devices they are using to drive the speakers?

Any info on the speakers, or headphone Amplifier?

Are they using a wolfson or cirrus codec? Any info you have along that line would be awesome.

Thanks

[quote|Grenache]Do you have anymore info on the Audio system? Can you tell what devices they are using to drive the speakers? Any info on the speakers, or headphone Amplifier? Are they using a wolfson or cirrus codec? Any info you have along that line would be awesome. Thanks[/quote]